International Women's Association in Malmö

 Jämställd Utveckling Skåne is incredibly proud of our good collaboration with IKF. In our collaborative project Equal, we have heard stories from IKF's members and circle participants that testify to how important their work, staff and volunteers are to an incredible number of women and to Malmö's gender equality and integration work. We see that IKF is a natural meeting point that enables the exchange of experience, networks and social contexts for those who need it most. We look forward to continue our good cooperation! 

Jämställd Utveckling Skåne: Partner  |  

 This is Ronja and Hadil who are involved in IKF Malmö as they have been participants in Tjejdriven and today they are mentors. "IKF is a great organisation because it lifts and strengthens women, both young and adults. We become independent and prepared for the society. It is like a meeting point where women of all ages can meet each other, hear things from different perspectives and mature together. We appreciate IKF Malmö very much for what they do for us girls and women in society. 

Ronja and Hadil: Former participants in Tjejdriven, now mentors

 The collaboration with the IKF team is very fruitful and it'a a pleasure to work with the organization. Our cooperation started in 2020 and their work is very professional. We are working together for the implementation of EU projects and we will be very happy to continue the great work and collaboration. 

Innovation Hive: Partner  |  

 My name is Ahlam and I have been at IKF since 2010 as a participant in the circles. The best thing about coming to IKF is that I get to learn so much. Now I can speak a little English and manage it myself when I go to other countries. I get to learn to cook food that is good for my health and I get to meet my friends. Now during Corona it has not been possible to socialize, so meeting like this outdoors during the summer has been great. 

Ahlam: Participant in our circles

 SV Malmö are happy about our collaboration with IKF Malmö. We have very many points of contact in issues such as values, democracy, gender equality and each individual's ability to shape their lives together with others. 

Studieförbundet Vuxenskolan Malmö: Partner  |  

 My name is Shatha and I'm participating in IKF's circles. IKF is positive for me, everyone in the staff is kind and they are fond of us. They are more like friends rather than teachers. If I have problems, I get a hug and help to solve it. We study a lot, have discussions, taking walks together. We go to the library, and I really like that. I get to meet a lot of people from different countries which is really good for me, because I learn new languages. 

Shatha: Participant in our circles

 IKF and Inova Consultancy have worked on several projects together and have developed a strong working relationship because of this. Being a part of Erasmus+ projects, such as SMS (Social Media Sisterhood), SIMPLE (Social Integration of Migrants and Paths for Learning and Employability) and Mumpreneurship, has allowed Inova Consultancy and IKF to work hand in hand to support numerous women with employability and career building, whilst also improving their key soft skills and overall personal development in the UK and Sweden. This relationship is valued by Inova Consultancy and we are always happy to look for new opportunities to work together in future projects, through Inova’s sister company, Inova Aspire. 

Inova Consultancy: Partner  |  

 My name is Merim and I am a participant at IKF Malmö. I'm happy here. Learning Swedish is important to me. Sometimes we go out and walk together and go to the library where there are books in different languages. 

Merim: Participant in our circles

 I have had several contacts with IKF Malmö, including an assignment when I trained in conducting coaching conversations in Life and Career Planning. I found it very inspiring to work with IKF. I was met by employees with a big heart and great commitment in their work of supporting other women. 

Cardell Consulting  |  

 My name is Hawa and I am a participant and member of IKF Malmö since December 2019. I feel good at IKF Malmö. Everyone in the staff and the other participants in the group are all very kind. 

Hawa: Participant in our circles

 Women supporting Women! IKF Malmö is an organization who empowering other women through education! A supporting coordinator very attentive to partners needs and creating a friendly and collaborative environment. 

Aidlearn: Partner  |  

 IKF is an organisation that has strengthened me as a woman and helped me find myself 

Fathie: Former participant in Tjejdriven - now mentor

 PELICAN has been cooperating with IKF Malmö since March 2020, first on the preparation of the project application and later on the realisation of the project UPSIM: Upskilling Paths for Social Integration of Migrants. From the very beginning, the cooperation has been very smooth and effective and it ultimately led to a successful submission and approval of the project. IFK as the coordinator of the project has shown great ability to keep the project on track and follow the plan even in unexpected circumstances, such as partner change after the project approval or the Covid-19 restrictions. We can definitely recommend IFK Malmö as a coordinator as well as a partner of an Erasmus+ or any other kind of project. 

Skola Pelican: Partner  |  

 This is Munevera and Grazyna. They are both participants at IKF Malmö and have just found each other. "It's good and fun to come to IKF" Munevera came into contact with IKF just a few months ago through one of the staff but Grazyna has been a member longer. "The best thing about IKF is getting to meet friends from many different countries." 

Munevera & Grazyna: Participant in our circles

 We greatly appreciate the cooperation with IKF and its efficient and target oriented management of our strategic partnership project. Good project management is something not very common! 

Green Elephant Foundation: Partner  |  

 The best thing about IKF is the social part, that I get to learn to be healthy and cook with my friends 

Safieh: Participant in our circles

 Having worked for many years with the challenges of integrating vulnerable youth into the workplace, it is so refreshing to be able to connect with such a professional group of experts in the field, thanks to the Erasmus exchange organized by IKF. I am learning so much from the innovative approaches and combined knowledge that IKF is facilitating in such a professional manner. 

Amurtel Romania  |  

 My name is Emilia Fisal and I started at IKF as a participant in the Carpe Sophia project. After that I was a regular member and now I'm a member of the board. IKF has meant a lot to me. Most important are the emotional and psychological benefits and the social impact. I meet people in the same situation as me. IKF gave me a chance to a new better life. 

Emilia: Former participant - now: board member

 We quickly came to realize we joined a team of enthusiastic young women, very interested and committed to supporting the journey of other young women to achieving what they desire for in their personal and professional lives. We are currently at the point where, after we listened to the voices and needs of the women we want to involve in the project, we can develop tools and instruments that will support their leadership and path! Working in a diverse, talented and empathic team is key for us in achieving as much as possible through the project! 

CPE - Center for Partnership and Equality team, Romania: Partner  |  

 My name is Hoda and I have been at IKF for so long that I do not remember when I started. I think it's almost 5 years ago. The best thing about IKF is the circles, the hours are great for me because I get tired quickly and I get to learn Swedish. 

Hoda: Participant in our circles

 Project School (PS) and IKF have started a fruitful collaboration based on mutual respect and complementarity of skills that lead to better design and management of joint projects. Indeed, PS benefits from the strong expertise in migration and gender equality given by IKF's staff and, in parallel, IKF can take advantage of the transversal competencies on project design and implementation brought by the PS team. 

Project School: Partner  |  

 My name is Lisa Remnelid and I'm a board member of IKF Malmö. I came to Sweden 19 years ago and have personally experienced how important it is to have a sisterhood - the sisterhood means a lot. It is a support and you are never alone. If I need tips and advice or just share a feeling, I know that there are others in the same situation. It is very important to develop and to feel part of the society. 

Lisa Remnelid: Board member

 My name is Saliha and I come from Kabul, Afghanistan. I have been a member of IKF and a circle participant for 3-4 years. The best thing about IKF is that I get to read, write and go on various study visits with all my friends. 

Saliha: Participant in our circles

 This is Zerin. She's from Kurdistan and came to IKF 2019. "I go in the circle called Swedish Beginners. This is a good place for me because I want to get better at speaking Swedish". 

Zerin: Participant in our circles

 My name is Eleonor Rosenlind and I am a circle leader and a board member of IKF Malmö. I applied to IKF because I was interested in working with women who have Sweden as their new home country. It is an incredible width among these women and it has been extremely enriching to meet them. I thought I would give them a lot of things but was not prepared for how much they would give me. For me, IKF is a movement that can actually change society. 

Eleonor Rosenlind: Circle leader and board member